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Researchers in Residence An Overview

Researchers in Residence An Overview. by Dr Clare Woulds, 18/05/2101. Researchers in Residence is funded by Research Councils UK with support from The Welcome Trust. Who Am I?. OCEANOGRAPHER. Researcher In Residence. LECTURER. RESEARCHER. BIOGEOCHEMIST. Introduction. Aims of the scheme

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Researchers in Residence An Overview

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  1. Researchers in Residence An Overview by Dr Clare Woulds, 18/05/2101 Researchers in Residence is funded by Research Councils UK with support from The Welcome Trust

  2. Who Am I? OCEANOGRAPHER Researcher In Residence LECTURER RESEARCHER BIOGEOCHEMIST

  3. Introduction Aims of the scheme How it works My own experience Questions

  4. What is RinR? A national scheme to replenish the UK research base: • Places early stage career researchers into schools for mutual benefit • Creates and delivers innovative placement projects

  5. Aims and objectives Engaging tomorrow’s talent today! • Create mutually beneficial relationships betweens schools and researchers and their universities • Inspire young people to study A levels and go to university • Raise awareness of range of research subjects and careers

  6. Who can apply? RinR is open to applications from: • Secondary schools and 6th form colleges • Research Council and Wellcome Trust-funded researchers RinR placements cover: • ALL subjects – STEM and non-STEM • 11 – 19 age group Easy online application system! • www.researchersinresidence.ac.uk

  7. What is a placement? • An innovative project that extends/ adds value to the curriculum • Key Stage or across year groups • Up to 24 hours duration per year • Flexible – week(s), term, school year • Includes lessons, after-school clubs, lab visits, outreach • Results showcased on RinR website

  8. How does RinR work? • “Matches” based on set criteria • Induction training and CRB checks • Advice to teachers • Online training, advice and guidance • One-to-one mentoring and support • Helpline 0900 to 1700 Mon-Fri

  9. My Experience... • 2 Placements • My old secondary school, The Plume School, Essex. • Blocks of several days

  10. My Experience... • Assemblies • Rock collection for geography and chemistry classes • Ecology and coastal erosion classes planned for year 9 to A-level • Review of Key Stage 3 curriculum • Lunchtime seminars for 6th form about university

  11. My Experience...

  12. My Experience... • Benefits to me: • Fun • Invigorating • Communication skills • Outreach • Profile • Some thoughts: • Start planning early • Don’t worry if it has to be a little off-the-cuff!

  13. The benefits of RinR For researchers/universities: • Develops communication, team working, leadership skills • Enhances CV • Samples teaching as a career • Promotes individual research • Raises departmental profile

  14. The benefits of RinR For pupils: • Opens up wider horizons • Introduces them to range of research subjects and careers • Develops self-confidence and skills • Gives access to wider schemes • Rewards enthusiasm and success

  15. The benefits of RinR For teachers: • Adds value to curriculum • Contributes to teachers’ CPD • Brings status and recognition • Brokers long-term relationships with research

  16. Questions?

  17. Researchers in Residence 329 Harwell, Didcot, OX11 0QJ w: www.researchersinresidence.ac.uk E: enquiries@researchersinresidence.ac.uk t: 0845 365 7470 Researchers in Residence is funded by Research Councils UK with support from The Wellcome Trust

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